Welcome to a new series of articles from Last Word on Football. Over the next few weeks, we will be looking at the transfers, sackings, appointments and more that almost happened in football, changing the game we all know and love.
Inter Milan wingback Denzel Dumfries is reportedly reconsidering his decision to leave the club in the summer in favor of extending his collaboration with the Nerazzurri.
Xavi Hernandez’s decision to stay on as Barcelona manager for another 12 months, which was announced in a joint press conference on Thursday, is seen as a big boost for the club’s academy players, given that the 44-year-old has bled through several exciting prospects into the first team.
Isaac Chamberlain is determined to prove he is “world-class” when he aims to become the European cruiserweight champion against current title holder Michal Cieslak on June 15 in London.
Mauricio Pochettino’s future at Chelsea looks more uncertain after a heavy defeat against Arsenal on Tuesday. However, the manager hasn’t completely lost the support of the club’s hierarchy.
Mikel Arteta faces the serious prospect of losing one of his trusted coaches at the end of this season as Feyenoord eyes his assistant, Albert Stuivenberg.
Matias Soulé will be back at Juventus in the summer but that doesn’t necessarily mean he’ll be part of their squad next season. The team has communicated to his entourage that the primary intent is for him to stay.
Liverpool travel to the capital as they face West Ham United in the lunchtime kick-off. The match takes place on April 27 from the London Stadium. This is our Liverpool predicted lineup.
Tottenham Hotspur’s transfer plans are gaining momentum as they consider a potential swap deal involving Djed Spence with Serie A side Genoa. With Spence currently on loan at Genoa, discussions are underway for a ‘transfer summit’ to explore the possibility of exchanging players, including the potential acquisition of Albert Gudmundsson.
Wayne Rooney believes that Liverpool have a player who’s still ‘very raw’ but also boasts the potential to be a ‘superstar’. The ex-Manchester United striker
Simon Jordan believes that one long-serving Liverpool player could leave Anfield this summer, and he thinks it’s the right time for a parting of the ways.
Ibrahima Konate’s poor form has left Liverpool and, in particular, Virgil van Dijk with too much to handle. The Reds now find themselves praying for multiple miracles to bring them back into the title race after a 2-0 defeat to Everton.
One Tree Hill star Sophia Bush can’t stop smiling after opening up publicly about her sexuality for the first time, revealing she’s received so much “safety,
Jurgen Klopp and Liverpool’s recruitment team appeared to disagree over a significant transfer decision which was taken two years ago. In the summer of
Roy Keane has made a bold prediction for Arsenal’s weekend game against Tottenham. The Gunners are facing yet another tough opponent in their bid to win the Premier League, and Spurs will want to spoil the party.
Follow along here at Beyond Women’s Sports for the weekly attendance updates in the NWSL. This is the fifth report for the 2024 season, as the regular season began on March 16.
Manchester United have released the minutes from last week’s Fans Forum. The Fans Forum, along with Manchester United Supporters’ Trust, has secured a significant win for fans by reaching an agreement with the club on changes to its barbaric 17/19 minimum usage policy for season ticket holders.
Manchester United survived a scare to secure a 4-2 comeback win over Chris Wilder’s lowly Sheffield United side at Old Trafford. Goals from Bruno Fernandes (2), Harry Maguire and Rasmus Hojlund secured the points for the Red Devils.
Roy Keane and Ian Wright clashed over Bruno Fernandes in a debate over whether he is a good influence in the Manchester United dressing room. Fernandes, 29, has been United’s best signing since Robin van Persie, registering 143 goal contributions in 229 games since his 2020 transfer from Sporting Lisbon.
Piers Morgan has sent a passionate appeal to Brighton ahead of their match against Manchester City tonight. Arsenal is at the top of the Premier League table now, but they have played two games more than the Citizens.
This is a Chelsea predicted lineup for their Premier League clash with Aston Villa on April 27. The Blues are coming into this one of an embarrassing 5-0 defeat to Arsenal on Tuesday, their second defeat on the bounce.
Manchester United are reportedly planning a squad overhaul this summer as Sir Jim Ratcliffe and his new football operations team set out their plans to bring success back to England’s greatest club.
A new report indicates that Erling Haaland is happy with life at Manchester City. Unfortunately, the striker will miss tonight’s crucial Premier League match against Brighton due to injury.
How could Manchester City and Pep Guardiola lineup against Brighton later tonight? It is another must win game for the champions at the Amex Stadium against Roberto De Zerbi’s side.
The mental strength of the Manchester City squad is arguably their most underestimated ability. To back up season after season to challenge for major honours is just as much a mental battle as it is a physical one.
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